Mooresville’s Bands, Brews & BBQ Fest on Sept. 13 has Jefferson Starship, Night Ranger, craft beer, and amazing food trucks.
Mooresville, NC
September, 2025
Trade your autumn sweater for a rock-and-roll t-shirt! This fall, all roads lead to historic Downtown Mooresville for the annual Bands, Brews & BBQ Festival, presented by deBotech. As the summer heat fades, a new kind of energy arrives, filling the crisp autumn air with the irresistible aroma of smoky barbecue and the electric buzz of live music. Clear your calendar for Saturday, September 13, now just a few weeks away, because from 4 to 9 p.m., this town is cranking up the flavor and the volume.
Let your appetite run wild as you explore a fleet of regional food trucks serving up every style of mouth-watering barbecue imaginable. From tangy pulled pork to smoky brisket and savory Southern-inspired eats, your toughest decision will be where to start. Need to quench that thirst? The “B3 Beer Garden” awaits with a stellar, curated lineup of local and regional craft brews. It’s the perfect spot to relax with friends, raise a glass of frosty IPA, and soak in the vibrant festival atmosphere before the headliners take the stage.
The soundtrack for this feast? It’s legendary. After Lake Norman’s own DialUp Radio kicks things off with local flavor, prepare to rock out with multi-platinum giants Jefferson Starship and Night Ranger! Get ready to sing along to timeless anthems under the stars. Their high-energy performances promise a night you won’t forget.
Even the youngest rockers are covered. The Family Fun Zone, presented by Piedmont Healthcare, is packed with amusement rides, games, and activities to keep them smiling for hours. This is the can’t-miss party of the season! Set your GPS for Main Street, Mooresville, NC 28115, and check for the latest updates online at
www.downtownmooresville.com.
